La Gloria (Titian) facts for kids
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La Gloria is a famous painting created by the Italian artist Titian. He finished it in 1554. A powerful ruler named Charles V asked Titian to paint it around 1550 or 1551. The painting has a few other names too, like The Trinity, The Final Judgement, Paradise, and Adoration of the Trinity.
About the Painting
This painting shows a scene inspired by a book called The City of God by Augustine of Hippo. This book talks about the wonderful glory that good people receive in heaven.
At the very top of the painting, you can see the Holy Trinity. This means God the Father, God the Son (Jesus), and the Holy Spirit. They are shown next to the Virgin Mary and Saint John the Baptist.
The painting also includes other important figures from history and the Bible. You can spot King David, Moses, and Noah. There is also a figure in green who might be Mary Magdalene, the Erythraean Sibyl, Judith, Rachel, or a symbol for the Catholic Church.
Who's in the Painting?
On the right side of the painting, you can see Charles V himself. He was a very important emperor who ruled over a large part of Europe. Next to him are members of his family, all wearing white shrouds. These include his wife, Isabella of Portugal, and his son, Philip II of Spain. His daughter, Joanna of Austria, is also there. You can also see his sisters, Mary of Hungary and Eleanor of Austria.
Titian, the artist, signed his name on a scroll held by John the Evangelist in the painting. If you look closely at the lower right side, you might also see two older men with beards. These are thought to be Pietro Aretino and Titian himself.
Where Has It Been?
When Charles V retired, he took the painting with him to the Monastery of Yuste. Later, it was moved to the Escorial Monastery. In 1837, the painting was moved again to the Prado Museum in Spain. It has been there ever since, where many people can see and admire it.
See also
In Spanish: La Gloria (Tiziano) para niños
- List of works by Titian
